Dasianay Ward, LLMSW

Having trouble navigating and expressing yourself in a world that demands conformity?

Well, you’ve come to the right place. Existing authentically as yourself is a radical act of self-
affirmation against pressures to conform. As a therapist, I am deeply committed to helping my
clients navigate the complexities of life and live truthfully. Dasianay received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Michigan State University. Dasianay believes that to have a successful therapeutic relationship; therapy must be a collaborative effort between all parties. With the understanding that therapy can be a very vulnerable and intimidating place for many people. In her practice, she approaches clients with a direct and casual conversation style to alleviate feelings of intimidation and to build rapport. Her goal is to ensure that her clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.

Dasianay’s areas of specialization include: anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, memory and attention issues, cultural trauma and marginalizations, childhood trauma, identity, self-esteem, sexuality/gender, interpersonal relationship dynamics, school, and work stress.

She uses various techniques and interventions such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), strengths-based and client-centered techniques to help move her clients along in their therapeutic journey. As an openly queer therapist, Dasianay brings a personal understanding of various challenges and strives to create a space where clients can explore their identities, current or past issues freely. In her free time, she practices self-care by spending time with her loved ones, cooking, attending concerts, and watching horror movies.

Dasianay provides both in person and Telehealth sessions and conducts support groups for both LGBTQIA+ and non LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults. She prefers to work with the following populations:

Young children ages 5-9

Children ages 10-16

Young adults ages 17-25

LGBTQIA+ population

 

Dasianay accepts the following forms of payment:

Aetna Commercial/Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Complete, Cash Pay, Health Alliance Plan (HAP) Commercial/Medicaid, Love Foundation Vouchers, McLaren Commercial/Medicaid, Open Path, and Priority Health Commercial/Medicaid. She is out of network with Physicians Health Plan.